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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Preamble Installation Installation Apple Computer Installation Windows Computer Connecting the StickMover to your computer First start of the software (Setup) Explanation of the program parts General explanation of the AVIskills and their search and filter functions Structure of an AVIskill Searching for a AVIskill via the Skill Name Using the filter function Videos Playing AVIskills Deleting an AVIskill Shop Shop basket Voucher Entering a voucher Profil Change password Inform about news of the software Quality of the AVIskills Show StickMoves in full screen mode Settings Searching a StickMovers Choose controller mode Calibration of the StickMover Invert Pitch / Throttle at the StickMover Set training program EXPO-Values COM port selection Update of the software System requirements Disposal notes Trouble Shooting Forgot Password I bought an AVIskill but I can not play it on the videos. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 2...
Page 3: Preamble
Preamble We are happy that you have chosen a StickMover - thank you! You have acquired a powerful tool to learn 3D model flying in a new, playful way. Perhaps you have admired aerobatics professionals for some time, who seemingly effortlessly master figures like the spiral of death. With StickMover, you'll soon be able to master these tricks, from simple loopings to complex 3D tricks. At first glance, the StickMover looks like a remote control. But instead of controlling an aircraft, it guides you step by step through a figure. While you follow the flight on the screen, your fingers feel the right movements through the StickMover. By watching, feeling and repeating, you learn the right moves intuitively. In this manual, we explain all important functions of the StickMover in detail. We have thoroughly tested the quality of every single device. If you still have questions or difficulties, please contact us via the homepage. We welcome feedback and want every suggestion to be incorporated into further development. But now: Have fun exploring your StickMover and enjoy flying! Your AVIrem Team StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 3...
Page 4: Installation
Installation On the following pages we explain how to install the software including important information you should take care about. Let's start with the download of the software. You´ll find the installation file for AVIsoft under: https://www.avirem.de/en/support/ Please select the download for your operation system: After downloading the software to your computer, start the installation by double clicking the installation file. Installation Apple Computer Now the installation process will start. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 4...
Page 5 First click on “Continue”. To copy the files to your program folder, you need to enter your System credentials. Please keep in mind, that this message belongs to the OSX operation system. Your password will not be stored inside our software! After copying the files to your disk, the installation process is done. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 5...
Page 6 Please proceed in chapter “Connecting the StickMover to your computer” StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 6...
Page 7: Installation Windows Computer
Installation Windows Computer Please allow the app to do changes on your device. Select the language of your country an press OK Choose if you like to create a AVIrem shortcut to your desktop StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 7...
Page 8 The installation is ready to run. Press “Install” The files will be transferred to your system You are ready to run. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 8...
Page 9: Connecting The Stickmover To Your Computer
Connecting the StickMover to your computer In order to operate the StickMover with your computer, your computer must first be connected with the supplied USB cable. Please insert the narrow rectangular end of the USB cable to a free USB port of your computer. The other end will be connected to the StickMover. The StickMover still requires an external power supply so that the servomotors of the StickMovers can be supplied with sufficient power. This is done via the included power supply. Please insert first the 5mm Plug in the StickMover and then the power supply into the socket. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 9...
Page 10: First Start Of The Software (Setup)
First start of the software (Setup) When you first start the software, your StickMover will be registered to you. The process is completed with a few clicks. Start the AVIsoft program via the following icon in your program folder: The following dialog appears: Click on "Register now" and you will get to the next dialog Enter your email address, as well as a freely chosen username and password. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 10...
Page 11 If you have forgotten your access data, please the function to resend your password via the email address you have provided. The next step is to enter the ID of your StickMover. It can be found on the bottom of the StickMover: Enter the ID into the device code filed: Click on the save buttom to complete the installation process. The software will be restarted automatically and is ready for use. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 11...
Page 12 After restarting the software, you will be asked to enter your username and password again. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 12...
Page 13: Explanation Of The Program Parts
Explanation of the program parts On the following pages you will find a description of the individual program parts. Each chapter stands for a program part. General explanation of the AVIskills and their search and filter functions AVIskills are the training units which are available to improve the StickMover handling. The information presented here applies as well on the "Videos" as on the "Shop" page. Structure of an AVIskill Each AVIskill contains icons at the bottom to help you quickly assess AVIskill. An AVIskill is represented in the program as follows: The legend of the symbols starting from left to right is as follows: • Symbol for plane / helicopter • Symbol for acrobatics / 3D • Difficulty level of the AVIskill • Symbol for single sequence or choreography If you move your mouse over an AVIskill, you get a small preview of the training session to get an idea of the figure. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 13...
Page 14: Searching For A Aviskill Via The Skill Name
Several AVIskills are displayed in a grid: To find quickly the right AVIskill, you have different options to choose from. Searching for a AVIskill via the Skill Name Simply type in the name of the AVIskill you are looking for and press the ENTER key. Immediately you will see all the AVIskills that match to your search criteria. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 14...
Page 15: Using The Filter Function
Here you see the search result for "Eight" To see all AVISkills again, simply remove the text in the search field and press ENTER again. Using the filter function On the right side of the program you see a "+" symbol. If you press it, the advanced search options appear. By clicking on the individual symbols / labels, filters are activated. All highlighted entries are active for the filtering process. The example on the left shows all AVIskills that meet the following criteria: • Helicopter • Aerobatics • Single sequence The filter reacts immediately to all changes and the result of the search request is displayed on the left side. The filter entries can be combined as desired. By pressing the "X" the filter is hidden, but the filter settings are still retained. If all entries of the filter are deactivated (dark) all AVIskills will be displayed. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 15...
Page 16: Videos
Videos In this program section you will find all the AVIskills you have purchased. If you haven´t purchased any AVIskills, you can read the procedure in the "Shop" chapter. Playing AVIskills As soon as you place your mouse on an AVIskill, you will see a preview of the AVIskill. If the name of the figure is unknown to you, you will get an impression of what the session is all about. Clicking on an AVIskill will prepare you to play the AVIskill on the StickMover. This opens the program at the bottom side. Here you'll see a slightly enlarged preview of the training session. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 16...
Page 17: Deleting An Aviskill
On the right side you can set your training sequence (number of repetitions and speed). These can be loaded directly from a template and / or changed by yourself. Once you've made all the settings for your training session, you can switch to full-screen mode by clicking the "Play" button. The operating lever of the StickMover will now be moved with the pre-settings you have choosen. Deleting an AVIskill If you don´t need anylonger an AVIskill, you can "delete" it by pressing the "X" button on the lower right hand side of the AVIskill. The AVIskill will no longer be displayed in the video list, but in the shop. However, it can be reloaded at any time in the shop without having to pay again for it. This way, the overview of your videos can be kept clean and characters that you have already learned can simply be "deleted". StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 17...
Page 18: Shop
Shop Here you will find all available AVIskills that you can train with the StickMover. The number of AVIskills will grow steadily! Just visit the shop from time to time, it will automatically show new AVIskills to you. How to quickly find an AVIskill is explained in the chapter: "General explanation of the AVIskills and their search and filter functions" of this manual. If you have not read this information yet, we recommend to do it now. First, choose the AVIskill that you would like to train by clicking on it, then the following picture appears: Here's a preview of the training session. If you want to buy the AVIskill, click on the "buy" button and you will be asked if you want to continue shopping or to buy and checkout. As soon as you have an item in your shopping cart, you can checkout at any time by pressing the "Shopping cart" icon on the bottom right hand side of the search window. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 18...
Page 19: Shop Basket
Shop basket Here you can see all the AVIskills you have selected for purchase. By pressing the "x" to the left of the AVIskill, an AVIskill can be deleted from the shopping cart. After checking the shopping cart, you can buy the AVIskills with the "buy now" button. The AVIskills are now loaded and available after download in the "Videos" section. Please note that the download may take some time! Voucher The purchase of AVIskills is governed by vouchers. Together with the StickMover you will receive a voucher for AVIskills. In the program you can see an overview of the vouchers you have already redeemed including their current remaining balance. In the example above, the voucher "TaTa" is already used up. The voucher "100" still has a remaining balance of 57 AVIskills. Entering a voucher Via the function "Redeem new voucher" you get the following dialog: StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 19...
Page 20: Profil
Enter your voucher code here. After clicking on "OK" the voucher will be checked and the value of the voucher will be credited to your user account. After that the voucher will be visible in your history "Redeemed Vouchers". Profil Here you can enter information that can help you get an easy program start and keep you up to date on the software. On the left side you will find your login data. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 20...
Page 21 With the checkbox "Do not ask for password at startup", you can prevent entering the password at every startup, so you can start the software faster and more comfortably. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 21...
Page 22: Change Password
Change password Using the following dialog, you can change your password. Attention: The password will not be saved until both passwords match! The button "Logout" closes the program and you have to enter your password at the next program start. Inform about news of the software On the right side you can deposit your interests and your level. In conjunction with the function "inform at program start about innovations" the program can inform you, if e.g. new AVIskills are available for your level. The entry of this data is not mandatory. AVIsoft can also be run without it. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 22...
Page 23: Quality Of The Aviskills
Quality of the AVIskills With this setting, you decide whether the AVIskills should be loaded in an HD resolution or an SD resolution. The formats behave as follows: HD higher lower Video Quality higher lower Uses space Attention: If you change this setting, all loaded videos will be reloaded in the newly defined resolution. Show StickMoves in full screen mode If you select this option, the movements of the StickMover will also be displayed on the screen in the lower right corner during the training. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 23...
Page 24: Settings
Settings On this page, you can choose how you want to feel the defleciton of your control pins on the StickMoves. Searching a StickMovers If your StickMover is no longer recognized by the software, it is possible to have it re- searched or to re-enter the ID of the StickMover. If a StickMover has already been found / registered, the ID of the StickMover will be displayed on the left. If you click on "Start search", the following dialog appears, which is to be used in the same way as described in the setup. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 24...
Page 25: Choose Controller Mode
Choose controller mode The StickMover supports modes 1, 2, 3 and 4 The mode to be used can be specified via the selection box. As a check, the setting is shown on the right side. After changing the mode, the data for controlling the StickMover is reloaded from the server. Attention: The mode can only be changed if there is an active connection to the Internet! If there is no connection, the selection for the mode does not work! StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 25...
Page 26: Calibration Of The Stickmover
Calibration of the StickMover The calibration of the StickMovers serves to determine the direction of movement of the servos. For this purpose, a stick on the StickMover is moved in a certain direction. On the computer you have to indicate via a checkbox, where the stick has moved. In the example shown here, the rudder / tail has moved to the right. After clicking on "Next", the StickMover will take the next position, which will also be specified accordingly. This process must be repeated 4 times (until all 4 servomotors have passed through). Invert Pitch / Throttle at the StickMover Tip: If you fly, for example with negated pitch / throttle, here you can simply specify the wrong (opposite) position when calibrating the pitch / throttle path and thus negate the path. Example: During calibration, the pitch stick moves up the StickMover. At the computer choose not now the upper but the lower check box, thus the way was reversed. If you want to undo this function, the calibration can be restarted easily. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 26...
Page 27: Set Training Program
Set training program The AVIskills are played in a training program. You can freely define how often, and at what speed the AVIskills should be played. There are three phases available. For each phase you can set the number of repetitions (first entry) and the speed. In the example above, the training flight is • Played 1 time at 50% of the speed and afterwards • Played 3 times at 100% of the speed. The training video is played a total of 4 times. You are free to create your own training program. With "+" next to the title of the setting you can create new training programs and with "-" you can delete the selected program. The name of the training can be chosen freely. It is saved automatically as soon as it is entered, a "save" function is not necessary. The training sessions you have saved will be displayed in the videos as you play the AVIskills, so you can quickly switch between different training sessions. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 27...
Page 28: Expo-Values
EXPO-Values The EXO values have a value range from -100 to + 100 +100 = maximum gain - 100 = maximum reduction The settings have an exponential effect on the values. Since the ranges are quite small in some figures, we recommend first setting an EXPO value of +50. COM port selection If the StickMover should not be clearly recognized by the program, you get a "COM port selection" displayed in the settings. In the device manager of Windows you can check which COM port number has been assigned to the StickMover. Simply start the Device Manager and connect the StickMover. In the COM and LPT settings, the StickMover is displayed as a new device with the COM port number. Now you can start the AVISoft and select the corresponding COM port there. The selection of the COM port only appears if the COM port was not recognized unambiguously! Update of the software The software checks at any start whether a new version is available. In this case, a corresponding message will be shown. We recommend always to use the latest version of AVIsoft. All software settings are not lost during an update and do not have to be re-entered or set! StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 28...
Page 29: System Requirements
System requirements Compatible operating systems Apple Mac OSX (Intel, 10.10 and higher), Windows 7/8/10 Minimal system requirement Main processor: 1.83GHz System memory: 3 GB of RAM 2 GB hard disk space (HDD or SSD) Graphics processor with 3D support and 256 MB RAM Recommended system requirement Main processor: 2.3GHz System memory: 4 GB of RAM more than 2 GB of hard disk space (HDD or SSD) Graphics processor with 3D support and 512 MB RAM Recommended system requirement for Full HD image output Main processor: 2.3GHz System memory: 8 GB of RAM more than 2 GB of hard disk space (HDD or SSD) Graphics processor with 3D support and 2048 MB RAM Disposal notes The Electronic Equipment Act (ElektroG) in Germany implements the WEEE Directive of the European Union on the handling of electronic waste. Every consumer is legally obliged to hand in WEEE at a local recycling or recycling center. Alternatively, you can send a no longer needed or defective SickMover back to us. Please send to: AVIrem GmbH Richard Wagner Str. 3 76684 Östringen StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 29...
Page 30: Trouble Shooting
Trouble Shooting Forgot Password If you have to reinstall the software and you forgot your password, you resend it to your email. Simply select the option "Forgot your password" on the first start. The following dialog appears where you can enter your mail address: Then your password will be sent to you by mail. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 30...
Page 31: I Bought An Aviskill But I Can Not Play It On The Videos
I bought an AVIskill but I can not play it on the videos. In this case, the AVIskill is not fully loaded yet. Check your internet connection and be patient. Click later on the loaded AVIskill again. StickMover manual V 1.0 2018 Page 31...